What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor is to fly and bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $150 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Ann Arbor?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Ann Arbor station. However, there are services departing from 13 St NW+F St NW and arriving at Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via Washington Union Station and Toledo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Washington DC and Ann Arbor is 449 miles. The road distance is 509.8 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Ann Arbor without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor without a car is to bus which takes 14h 47m and costs $95 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Ann Arbor bus from?

Washington DC to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Washington DC to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

Washington DC to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Toledo Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Ann Arbor is 510 miles. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Washington DC to Ann Arbor.

Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

There are 100+ hotels available in Ann Arbor.

Washington DC to Ann Arbor - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Washington DC to Ann Arbor by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, car, or subway

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Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Detroit, bus
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Detroit (DTW)plane DCA - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
4h 58m
$152–1,124
Drive 506.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington DC to Ann Arborcar 506.9 mi
9h 8m
$93–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Ann Arbor Amtrak Stationbus Columbus
14h 47m
$95–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Toledotrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Ann Arbor Amtrak Stationbus Columbus
16h 23m
$190–387
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Detroit (DTW)plane IAD - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
5h 34m
$131–1,323
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Detroit (DTW)plane BWI - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
5h 40m
$173–1,022
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Capital Region International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)plane DCA - LAN
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
6h 48m
$185–1,032

Washington DC to Ann Arbor by foot and bus

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Distance: 445.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Ann Arbor, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Washington DC to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via 13 St NW+F St NW, Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE, Washington Union Station, and Toledo in around 14h 47m.

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